Halloween Horror Nights: 2 more houses announced for 2021 event
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort begins Friday, September 3rd, and operates on select nights through Sunday, October 31st.
Disney World announces 2021 holiday festivities at the parks
The theme park company said that the merry season will begin at the parks during “The World's Most Magical Celebration” 50th-anniversary celebration.
Will Smith pays for July 4 fireworks in New Orleans after learning city didn't plan show
Actor Will Smith picked up the roughly $100,000 tab for Independence Day fireworks in New Orleans after learning the city didn't plan a 2021 show.
Thousands pack downtown Tampa to celebrate Fourth of July
After not being able to celebrate the Fourth of July last year, thousands of people packed downtown Tampa for the second “Boom by the Bay” celebration.
America misses Biden's COVID-19 vaccination goal on Independence Day
The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.
Joey Chestnut, Michelle Lesco win Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
The annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back Sunday, and so is the live audience.
Stores that will be open during the Fourth of July
Though this is a holiday weekend, most major retailers from Home Depot to Target will still remain open — and in most cases, under normal business hours.
List: Tampa Bay area Independence Day fireworks and other Fourth of July celebrations for 2021
As celebrations return for Independence Day in 2021, there are plenty of fireworks shows and other events around the Tampa Bay area and Central Florida.
Biden holds naturalization ceremony at White House ahead of July 4
President Joe Biden will welcome 21 immigrants as the newest United States citizens in a ceremony in the East Room beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET.
Summer fireworks return to Walt Disney World theme parks
Fireworks are once again lighting up the night sky over Disney theme parks. The magical tradition was put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.
July 4, Juneteenth and the meaning of national holidays
We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.
Florida law allows Fourth of July fireworks, but check for local bans
Despite a Florida law allowing adults to shoot off their own fireworks on holidays such as the 4th of July, fireworks could still be banned in your local city or county. So, before you stock up, make sure you're in the clear.
Fireworks shortage could dim Fourth of July celebrations nationwide
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
Treat your dad: Father’s Day deals, specials and freebies
Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.
Biden signs bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas — two months after the Confederacy had surrendered.
Stores closed on Thanksgiving Day: Kohl’s, Walmart, Target and more
A growing list of retailers including Best Buy, Target and Walmart announced they will be shuttering their stores on Thanksgiving Day 2021.
New Jersey school district removes names of all holidays from school calendar
After an outcry at a raucous public meeting over a previous decision to rename Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples Day, the board of education at a New Jersey school district decided to strip all holiday names off of the school calendar.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show to return, full-scale
A full-scale fireworks show by Macy's will return this year to celebrate the nation's independence and the rebirth of New York City.
Tampa's July 4th 'Boom by the Bay' fireworks show will return next month
Tampa’s Independence Day celebration, which was canceled last year due to the pandemic, will be back and “bigger than ever,” the city announced Tuesday.